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Stories of Hong Kong: Practice Questions

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Question 1

1 mark

According to the history of early residents in Hong Kong, which of the following was a common economic activity used to make a living before it became a major trade port?

Question 2

1 mark

What was a major factor that helped Hong Kong's economic development in the mid-20th century as it transitioned into an industrial center?

Question 3

1 mark

The regional flag of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region features a five-petalled flower. What is the name of this flower?

Question 4

1 mark

The Sung Wong Toi monument in Hong Kong commemorates two emperors from which dynasty who once took refuge in the area?

Question 5

5 marks

The discovery of the Lei Cheng Uk Han Tomb provided significant archaeological evidence about Hong Kong's past. How does the architecture and the artifacts found in this tomb help historians understand Hong Kong's status during the Han Dynasty?

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Question 6

6 marks

The Regional Flag of the HKSAR features a white bauhinia flower with five stars on a red background. Describe how this specific design symbolizes the "One Country, Two Systems" principle regarding the relationship between Hong Kong and China.

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Question 7

6 marks

The history of Hong Kong is filled with stories that can be seen through its monuments and ancient sites.
(a) Explain why the discovery of the Lei Cheng Uk Han Tomb was a significant event for historians studying Hong Kong's ancient history.
(b) The Sung Wong Toi monument is a large rock that commemorates two emperors. Briefly describe the historical story of these emperors in Hong Kong.
(c) Identify one way the HKSAR Government protects cultural heritage and monuments today to ensure they are preserved for future generations.

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Question 8

6 marks

Study the following timeline of Hong Kong's economic growth.
Timeline:
- 1840s: Establishment as a Free Port (Entrepot Trade)
- 1950s-1970s: Rise of Light Industries (Garments, Plastics, Toys)
- 1980s-Present: Transformation into a Financial and Service Hub

(a) What does the term entrepot trade mean in the context of Hong Kong's early history?
(b) During the 1950s to 1970s, many 'Walled Villages' residents moved to urban areas. How did the growth of factories (light industry) change the daily life of families during this period?
(c) As Hong Kong moved toward being a Financial Hub, how did the requirements for workers change compared to the industrial period?

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